Yahoo Canada Web Search

Search results

1. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesLeg Cramps at Night: Causes, Pain Relief & Prevention

   my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseases

   • Cached

   What causes leg cramps at night? Possible causes for leg cramps at night (nocturnal leg cramps) include: Sitting for long periods of time (like at a desk job). Overusing your muscles. Standing or working on concrete floors. Having poor posture during the day. Kidney failure, diabetic nerve damage, mineral deficits and issues with blood flow.

2. Images

   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 

   View all

3. www.aafp.org › pubs › afpNocturnal Leg Cramps - AAFP

   www.aafp.org › pubs › afp

   Leg cramps are usually nocturnal and are associated with secondary insomnia. The posterior calf muscles usually are involved, but cramps of the foot and thigh also are common. Leg cramps may be ...

4. Videos

   • 

     5:19

     youtube.com

     What Causes Leg Cramps At Night And How To Treat Them

     Jun 2, 2017

     4.8K Views

   • 

     2:09

     youtube.com

     Night Time Leg Cramps Causes and Cures

     Jul 30, 2019

     289.3K Views

   • 

     2:29

     youtube.com

     Night leg cramps - Leg Cramps at Night: Causes, Pain Relief & Prevention

     May 9, 2022

     382.4K Views

   View all

5. www.uptodate.com › contents › nocturnal-muscle-crampsNocturnal muscle cramps - UpToDate

   www.uptodate.com › contents › nocturnal-muscle-cramps

   • Cached

   Mar 19, 2024 · INTRODUCTION. Nocturnal muscle cramps, also termed nocturnal leg cramps and sleep-related leg cramps, are a common lower extremity condition that produces pain and can disrupt sleep. Symptoms result from involuntary muscle contractions, which are sudden in onset, usually affecting the calf or foot. Nocturnal muscle cramps are reviewed here.

6. www.mayoclinic.org › symptoms › night-leg-crampsNight leg cramps Causes - Mayo Clinic

   www.mayoclinic.org › symptoms › night-leg-cramps

   • Cached

   Mar 2, 2023 · Most of the time, there's no known cause for night leg cramps. In general, they're likely the result of tired muscles and nerve problems. The risk of having night leg cramps increases with age. Pregnant people also are more likely to have night leg cramps. Kidney failure, diabetic nerve damage and problems with blood flow are known to cause ...

7. www.health.harvard.edu › diseases-and-conditionsHow can I treat painful night leg cramps? - Harvard Health

   www.health.harvard.edu › diseases-and-conditions

   • Cached

   Jul 1, 2020 · What causes leg cramps, and how can I prevent them? A. Although nocturnal leg cramps can strike people at any time of life, they become more frequent with age. Among people older than age 50, about half report having leg cramps, a third say they are awakened at night by them, and 15% report having cramps about once per week.

   • Email: hhp_info@health.harvard.edu

8. www.goldcoastvascular.com.au › files › NocturnallegNocturnal leg cramps - UTD - Gold Coast Vascular

   www.goldcoastvascular.com.au › files › Nocturnalleg

   Nocturnal leg cramps in children — Nocturnal leg cramps have been reported in 7.3 percent of children and adolescents [38]. Peak occurrence is 16 to 18 years of age, with no cases reported less than eight years of age. Pediatric nocturnal leg cramps are typically benign, self-limited, and infrequent [38,39].

9. People also ask

   Do you have night leg cramps?

   • The risk of having night leg cramps increases with age. Pregnant people also are more likely to have night leg cramps. Kidney failure, diabetic nerve damage and problems with blood flow are known to cause night leg cramps. But if you have one of these conditions, you probably already know.

   Night leg cramps Causes - Mayo Clinic

   www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/night-leg-cramps/basics/causes/sym-20050813

   See all results for this question

   Are leg cramps nocturnal?

   • Leg cramps are usually nocturnal and are associated with secondary insomnia. The posterior calf muscles usually are involved, but cramps of the foot and thigh also are common. Leg cramps may be described as a spasm, tightening, twinge, strain, tetany, swelling, or muscle seizure.

   Nocturnal Leg Cramps - AAFP

   www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2012/0815/p350.pdf

   See all results for this question

   How long do night leg cramps last?

   • The January issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter offers ways to prevent these painful — but typically harmless — cramps. The pain from night leg cramps can vary in intensity and last from just a few seconds to 15 minutes or more. Cramps are most common in the calf, but also can affect the feet or thighs.

   Preventing a Jolt in the Night: Self-Care for Night Leg Cramps

   newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/preventing-a-jolt-in-the-night-self-care-for-night-leg-cramps/

   See all results for this question

   What causes nocturnal leg cramps?

   • Up to 60 percent of adults report that they have had nocturnal leg cramps. The recurrent, painful tightening usu-ally occurs in the calf muscles and can cause severe insomnia. The exact mechanism is unknown, but the cramps are probably caused by muscle fatigue and nerve dysfunction rather than electrolyte or other abnormalities.

   Nocturnal Leg Cramps - AAFP

   www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2012/0815/p350.pdf

   See all results for this question

   How to prevent night leg cramps?

   • Do light exercise: Riding a stationary bike a few minutes before bed may help prevent cramps during sleep. Choose the right shoes: Wear shoes that offer plenty of support. Untuck the covers: Loosening covers at the foot of the bed may reduce the incidence of night leg cramps.

   Preventing a Jolt in the Night: Self-Care for Night Leg Cramps

   newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/preventing-a-jolt-in-the-night-self-care-for-night-leg-cramps/

   See all results for this question

   How do you treat nocturnal leg cramps?

   • Passive stretching and deep tissue massage may be suggested as a therapeutic trial for nocturnal leg cramps. Quinine should not be used to treat nocturnal leg cramps. Carisoprodol (Soma), diltiazem, gabapentin (Neurontin), magnesium, orphenadrine (Norflex), verapamil, and vitamin B12 complex may be useful in some patients with nocturnal leg cramps.

   Nocturnal Leg Cramps - AAFP

   www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2012/0815/p350.pdf

   See all results for this question

10. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org › discussion › preventingPreventing a Jolt in the Night: Self-Care for Night Leg Cramps

    newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org › discussion › preventing

    • Cached

    Jan 9, 2012 · Untuck the covers: Loosening covers at the foot of the bed may reduce the incidence of night leg cramps. When a calf cramp occurs, putting weight on the affected leg and slightly bending the knee can offer relief. If putting weight on the leg is too painful, flexing the foot can help. Gently massaging the affected muscle may relax the muscle.